The University of Alabama School of Social Work

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Two outstanding #BamaSocialWork faculty members, Dr. Dr. M. Sebrena Jackson, LICSW and Dr. Karen Johnson, were honored at Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) APM 2024 in Kansas City! 🎉 Dr. Johnson received the Early Career Faculty Service & Leadership in Social Work Education Award, and Dr. Jackson was awarded the Distinguished Recent Contributions to Social Work Education Award. We’re so proud to see their dedication and achievements recognized by our accrediting body. Congratulations, Dr. M. Sebrena Jackson and Dr. Karen A. Johnson! #UASSW #LegendaryChange #CSWE2024

Our team had an incredible experience at the 2024 Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) conference, where our students and faculty presented groundbreaking research and innovative projects in social work! 💫 #UASSW's talented students and dedicated faculty presented on various impactful topics, from innovative social work practices to community outreach initiatives. We engaged with leaders and colleagues from across the nation, sharing insights and exploring new collaborations that will shape the future of social work. To view photos from the event→ https://bit.ly/3BZScdj

Join us on Oct. 31, 2024 for Tidbit Knowledge, as we discuss the topic of Telehealth Utilization with exceptional panelist Patrice Reese! Register Today → https://bit.ly/4eLePkf #LegendaryChange #UASSW #TidbitKnowledge #SocialWork

Transform Lives and Empower Communities → Apply Now for the 1-Year Master of Social Work Program at The University of Alabama and create #LEGENDARYChange! Submit your application by November 1st to be eligible for scholarships! Why should you choose a career in Social Work? Visit: https://lnkd.in/diNahsgT #SocialWork #Change #MSW #BSW #Alabama

#UASSW faculty had the privilege of connecting with Dr. Halaevalu Fonongava'inga Ofahengaue Vakalahi, President and CEO of Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), at the 2024 APM! Dr. Vakalahi, Dr. Sherron Wilkes, DSW, MSW, Dr. Dione King, and our team enjoyed valuable conversations and networking at the HBCU Networking Event. Together, we’re building relationships and championing the future of social work education! #SocialWork #LegendaryChange #CSWE24

🎉 The 2024 Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) APM is off to an incredible start! Our UA School of Social Work PhD students joined the excitement at the Exhibit Hall Opening Reception, where they connected with social work professionals and explored new resources to drive #LegendaryChange. Today begins the first of three days of presentations and panels. To see where our faculty and students will be, visit → https://bit.ly/4fa6Hd2 #SocialWork #CSWE #2024CSWEAPM #SocialWork

🐘📍 #UASSW MSW students Anna Kuczenski and Karina Patel, along with MSW Program Director Dr. Dalila John, DSW made a #LEGENDARY impact at the 2024 Alabama-Mississippi Social Work Education Conference in Vicksburg! Their presentation, titled 'Ensuring Student Readiness for Social Work | Bridging the Gap: Social Work Practice & Social Work Education,' explored how enhancing the link between theory and practicum experiences can better prepare students for success in the field. #SocialWork #Education #Impact #BSW #MSW #DSW #PhD

📢 Join our team! The University of Alabama School of Social Work is recruiting for several new roles. We are looking for passionate and dedicated professionals to join our team in the following positions: - Assistant Professors (Tenure-Track) - Associate Professor or Professor (Tenured) - Clinical Assistant Professors (Renewable Contract) - Instructors (Renewable Contract) - Practicum Coordinator/Instructor (Renewable Contract) *All of these positions are in-person (main-campus, Tuscaloosa) and are not remote positions. Apply now at https://bit.ly/3ZIPNuv #UASSW #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #LegendaryChange #SocialWork

Transform Lives and Empower Communities → Apply Now for the 1-Year Master of Social Work Program at The University of Alabama and create #LEGENDARYChange! Submit your application by November 1st to be eligible for scholarships! Why should you choose a career in Social Work? Visit: https://lnkd.in/diNahsgT #SocialWork #Change #MSW #BSW #Alabama